Cotton Candy Ice Cream
A whimsical, creamy delight that captures the enchanting flavor of cotton candy in ice cream form, perfect for warm days and family treats.
Ingredients
Ice Cream Base Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream (35% cream), chilled Ensure it's well chilled for best results.
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk (10-ounce), chilled Chill before use.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cotton candy extract Can substitute with bubblegum or strawberry if desired.
- as needed Red and blue food coloring For coloring the ice cream.
- as needed Sprinkles Optional for serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Line a baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream for about 4 minutes until soft peaks form.
- Gently stir in the vanilla extract, sweetened condensed milk, and cotton candy extract until fully combined.
- Divide the mixture into two bowls and color one with red food coloring and the other with blue.
- Pour the pink ice cream mixture into the lined loaf pan, then drop spoonfuls of the blue mixture on top and gently swirl together.
- Cover with cling wrap and freeze for at least two hours or overnight.
Serving
- Scoop the ice cream, add sprinkles if desired, and serve in colorful bowls.
Notes
Store any leftovers tightly covered in the freezer for about a week. Try adding small candies or marshmallows for a fun twist!